Houses for sale

***INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY***
Palmer & Partners are delighted to present to the market this attractive investment opportunity of seven properties offering a 4.4% yield, consisting of one, two, three and four bedroom properties.

Chinook, Highwoods, CO4 9XT - Sold with tenant in situ on a rolling contract paying £755PCM - GUIDE PRICE £230,000 - £240,000

Lisle Road, Colchester, CO2 7SD -Sold with tenant in situ on a rolling contract paying £925PCM - £230,000

Winsley Road, Colchester, CO1 2DG - Sold with tenant in situ on a rolling contract paying £755PCM - £220,000

Berechurch Road, Colchester, CO2 7QE - No onward chain - potential rental income £835PCM - £250,000

Harsnett Road, Colchester, CO1 2HT - No onward chain - potential rental income £825PCM - £240,000

King Stephen Road, Colchester, CO1 2DS - No onward chain - potential rental income £1000PCM - £250,000

Gazelle Court, Highwoods, CO4 9RW - Sold with tenant in situ on a rolling contract paying £575PCM - £125,000

For further information please contact 01206 572233 . . .

Palmer and Partners are delighted to present to the market this substantial and beautifully presented four bedroom, three bathroom detached house all set within a highly private 3 acre plot stc, ideal for equestrian use, with fenced paddocks and stables. Situated in the popular village of Langham set down a long private tree-lined private gravel drive, which services just four property’s all with similar substantial plots. The property itself is situated well within its plot so has stunning 360 views from most aspects and offers a high degree of privacy.

Internally there is over 4000sq ft of family accommodation and character features throughout comprising entrance hallway, cloakroom, exquisite, fitted kitchen/diner, utility room with boot room and dog room off and three impressive reception rooms, with the main family room and kitchen combined measures 45ft offering fantastic opportunities to entertain family and friends with numerous doors out onto the garden from all aspects. On the first floor is the master bedroom with oak posted balcony and en-suite, second bedroom with an en-suite, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

The exceptional gardens offer a number of features including mature orchard, woodland area, play area, annexe/gymnasium complex with potential en-suite, large driveway with parking for ten plus cars, oversized garage and oak pavilion with inglenook fireplace, to name but a few. . . .

***GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000 - £1,250,000***
Palmer & Partners are delighted to offer to the market this enviably situated Grade II Listed six bedroom detached period residence, set at the foot of a private lane, conveniently located for the centre of the village of Ardleigh and the historic Roman City of Colchester.

Understood to date from the 16th Century and offering accommodation comprising entrance porch, dual aspect sitting/dining room, cloakroom, family room/snug with magnificent inglenook fireplace, open aspect AGA kitchen, utility and playroom on the ground floor. On the first floor are four double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom having an en-suite and dressing room, office/study, two family bathrooms and a separate shower room. Two staircases rise to the multiple second floor gabled wings with a fifth bedroom, seating/snug area and sixth bedrooms which is currently used as storage space.

The farmhouse is positioned on an established plot of approximately 0.5 of an acre (sts) which is well-screened with dense border planting offering considerable overall privacy. There is a substantial outbuilding ideally placed as a workshop/external store. Palmer & Partners would recommend an early internal viewing to avoid disappointment. . . .

Situated down a private lane, in the idyllic village of Danbury, is this exceptional five bedroom detached country home that boasts of sophisticated interiors, spacious accommodation, expansive private rear garden and unmatched views of the Essex countryside.

This rustic family home holds all of its charm and character with modern comforts thoughtfully added throughout. It is approached through a private lane to a large private driveway offering ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles. The wooden front door opens up to an Entrance Hall with doors leading to three tastefully decorated reception rooms featuring bay windows and a bar perfect for entertaining and intimate gatherings. The kitchen offers plenty of storage space, a double oven, five ring gas hob, integrated dishwasher and fridge freezer and access to the rear garden. A Utility area with cupboards, WC, stainless steel sink and space for a washer dryer completes the ground floor.

On the first floor, there are five well-proportioned bedrooms with the principal bedroom benefitting from an ensuite bathroom with a panel enclosed bath and shower over. The spacious family bathroom features a shower suite, a jacuzzi style bath, WC and bidet, and a hand wash basin with storage underneath.
The property is further enhanced by its expansive and well established, south facing rear garden. Featuring a large patio area and a swimming pool, this would be a fantastic space for alfresco dining and hosting friends and family throughout the year. The laid to lawn part of the garden is well maintained and has sheds to remain for extra storage. Solar panels have also been installed at the rear of the property. To the front, there is a light and power connected double garage and workshop that has the potential to be converted to expand living accommodations if needed.
Palmer and Partners would strongly advise early internal viewings to avoid disappointment. EPC: D . . .

AN INCREDIBLE, ONE OFF DREAM HOME, located in a popular village on a 3.5 ACRE PLOT (sts). With around 5,000 sq. ft of LUXURY ACCOMMODATION throughout, this is SIMPLY ONE OF THE BEST HOUSES WE HAVE HAD THE PLEASURE OF MARKETING. 

With its own unique design and look, this residence boasts all the versatile accommodation you could need for a large family or maybe even two families coming together. There is an impressive OUTDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL with a large paved entertaining area adjacent.

HAVE EQUESTRIAN INTERESTS? There are THREE ready-made and built stables in immaculate condition. Further to this, there are a variety of outbuildings for storage and kennels for dogs or cattery, should you wish. Staying outside, there is a generous sized cabin which is fully kitted out with toilets and power shower, ideal for an elderly relative or teenager to have their own space. The garden is completely surrounded by luscious countryside with far reaching undisturbed views.

Internally, the sellers have maintained and cared for this as their family home for MANY YEARS, continually adapting, changing, and improving along the way. They have used only the VERY BEST IN FIXTURES AND FITTINGS, KITCHEN appliances, AND BATHROOM SUITES. Our floorplan shows the accommodation on offer with room sizes. 

Point Clear and St. Osyth are served by a wide range of amenities, including shops, schools, doctors surgeries and recreational facilities. The village centre is steeped in history with local landmarks such us St. Osyth Priory and The Cage cottage. There are small independent cafes to stop at after some of the best countryside walks the region has to offer down to the fabulous beaches. . . .

A charming and HEAVILY EXTENDED, DETACHED RESIDENCE, located in a PRIVATE AND SECLUDED position in the popular village of GREAT BROMLEY..

Great Bromley is a village located between Colchester, Manningtree and Weeley, all of which have rail links into London Liverpool Street Station and provides easy access onto the A120/A12 road links. The plot is around ONE ACRE in total, surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The property has been enjoyed for many years by the current occupiers and they have maintained the main residence and many outbuildings on offer of the time spent here. There is an OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL with patio surround.

The accommodation approaches a whopping 4,000 sq. ft in all which includes separate dwellings used as games rooms, gymnasium, garages, and offices. Depending on your requirements, these could be made into potentially anything you would require or an annexe (stp).

Internally, the property has five bedrooms on the first floor which includes a principal bedroom with a modern re-fitted en-suite and spectacular field views from the Juliet balcony. There is a separate family sized bathroom as well.

The ground floor has an entrance hall that immediately grabs your attention, with versatile accommodation branching off including a Lounge, sitting room, sunroom, family room, study, generous utility room and an entertaining kitchen/breakfast room.

This is a ONE OFF opportunity to be able to purchase something like this in such a secluded position with so much potential still. We advise an early internal viewing. The heating system is Oil fired. . . .

Four Bedroom Barn Conversion

Situated in the prestigious area of Lexden to the west of Colchester, down a private road housing just 9 properties, Palmer and Partners are delighted to present to the market, for the first time in 30 years, this impressive four bedroom family home positioned on 1/4 of an acre.

The property is a short walk from the city centre with its excellent range of shopping and recreational facilities, wine bars, restaurants, the Mercury Theatre and Castle Park. In addition the location is within easy walking distance to some of the most desirable schools in the county, including Home Farm Primary School (Ofsted Outstanding), County High School for girls and the Royal Grammar School. The train station is conveniently close with mainline links to London Liverpool Street and the A12 is within easy driving distance.

The heavily extended property comprises a newly fitted high specification kitchen/breakfast room with built in media wall, a utility room, a separate dining room, generously sized lounge with log burner, sun room offering views of the south facing garden, office and downstairs shower room on the ground floor. The first floor comprises four double sized bedrooms, two en suite shower rooms and a family bathroom. The accommodation is completed by a converted loft room accessed via a ladder of the landing.

The property is further enhanced by a driveway to the front offering parking for 3-4 vehicles, two garages with electric roll doors and a fully private and well established garden to the rear featuring fully owned solar panels.

With properties of this standard rarely available Palmer and Partners would strongly advise an early internal viewing to avoid disappointment. EPC: B . . .

Seven Bedroom Detached House

This charming five bedroom detached family home is centrally located in the sought after Great Baddow area of Chelmsford, within easy reach of local amenities and pubs, outstanding schools and a stone's throw away from the wide array of shops and restaurants in the Town Centre and major transport links including the A12 and Chelmsford Station offering direct access to London in less than an hour. This would be an ideal home for professionals and growing families.

Approached via its own driveway with ample parking for multiple vehicles, you are welcomed into a home filled with charm and character. Boasting of four good sized reception rooms that is versatile and flexible enough to suit your lifestyle needs and has large windows and some feature fireplaces making it a bright and airy inviting space to host and relax in, a downstairs cloakroom, a cosy and inviting modern fitted kitchen diner with plenty of storage space and fully equipped with modern appliances and access to the rear garden,

The upper floors features the main family bathroom and five well-proportioned bedrooms with the principal bedroom benefitting from an ensuite shower room and plenty of storage.

The property is further enhanced by a well maintained, fully established private rear garden that would be perfect for alfresco dining and entertaining family and friends throughout the year, a summer house that further extends living accommodation in the property and a single garage with extra storage.

With high demand in this area, Palmer and Partners encourage early internal viewing to avoid any disappointment. EPC: D . . .

Stunning Views

A SUPERB SETTING. This perfect family home is situated in the particularly desirable village of Thorpe-le-Soken, an area which offers excellent amenities as well as great links and proximity to towns within the region. Thorpe-le-Soken has provided the ideal location for the current owners to raise their family and has been an excellent community for them. The property is ideally situated for schools with Rolph Church of England primary school and Tendring Technology College within easy walking distance. In addition, there are several comprehensive and independent secondary and primary schools in the area. The village has several pubs and eateries as well as shops including a small supermarket, hairdressers, deli and bespoke jewellers. The doctors' surgery and a pharmacy are also in the centre of Thorpe.

On the outskirts of the village is the award-winning Lifehouse Spa and Hotel where residents can enjoy annual or monthly membership entitling them to full use of the indoor pool, gym, steam room, sauna etc.

Thorpe-le-Soken has its own railway station with 25 trains per day departing to London Liverpool Street. Nearby towns include Frinton-on-Sea with its lovely beaches and excellent shopping only 10 minutes’ drive from the property, as well as Colchester and Ipswich approximately a 25-minute drive

A GRAND ENTRANCE. Upon arriving at the property, you are greeted by the same charm that can be found throughout, with large box sash windows beautifully accented by Wisteria that trails the facade of the property. The front door opens to reveal a spacious entrance hallway with a wide staircase that winds up to the first floor. During the owners' forty years at the property, they have found their home has been able to evolve along with their family, altering the house to cater to their changing needs, finding that many of the rooms are entirely multi-functional.

ROOMS WITH A VIEW. The kitchen/breakfast room truly is the heart of the home for these owners, using it as a space for cooking, dining, entertaining and more generally as a living space. The d飯r is accented by Italian floor tiles and bespoke English Golden Oak units with black marble work surfaces. Perhaps the most enjoyable features are the windows, offering a view into the picture-perfect garden from both the kitchen and dining areas. Adjacent to the kitchen is a utility room, offering an additional sink and storage space, as well as an extremely useful pantry with marble shelving. There is also a large cloakroom. Between the kitchen and utility room is an external door, allowing for easy access to the garden, perfect for outdoor dining.

The residence also boasts a more formal dining room with a large sash window to the front and French doors to the side leading out to the garden. This room is ideally suited for dining year-round, catering to a cosy winter feel as well as being beautiful in the summer with the doors being flung open to invite the outdoors in.

The expansive sitting room is separated into two distinct seating areas, divided by an interior archway. Large double aspect sash windows, plus French windows leading to the patio ensure that the room is always bathed in light. The room is accessible from both the entrance hall and the kitchen and allows access to the extension.

FAMILY VALUES. The extension dates back to the 1950's and was added by a former owner, the local doctor, to provide a space to create an at home surgery. This now serves as a study and family room, both of which feature patio doors leading out to the garden. The current owners refer to this as their annexe space and have found this has served excellently as a downstairs bedroom and additional living space; ideal for multi-generational living to give relatives additional privacy. Within the grounds of the property is a double garage with rooms above offering yet more storage should you need it or further multi-functional space.

The first floor of the property accommodates all four bedrooms, including the sumptuous master suite. The master bedroom is a particularly large space and offers a dressing room, in addition to an en-suite shower room. All bedrooms comfortably cater to a double bed, and two offer built in wardrobe space. Furthermore, on this floor is a stylish family bathroom, with a free-standing bath, as well as a capacious walk-in shower. There is also access from the landing to a separate W/C.

A CORNER OF PARADISE. The residence is situated on a plot of 0.75 acres, allowing for an expansive garden and plenty of lawn space. The garden offers several distinct areas, including a patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. Additionally, the garden features a charming, enclosed area, surrounded in part by trees, and partially by a wisteria draped brick wall. Situated within the grounds is a delightful pond, framed by reeds, trees and shrubs nestled within a rockery. The garden has been an absolute delight for the owners, cultivating it to become somewhat of a haven with well-established trees, shrubbery, and bedding. They tell us how much they enjoy both the privacy, and the space offered, and that they can always find a spot of sunshine to enjoy. . . .

Situated in a desirable area in Chelmsford, within easy access to excellent local amenities including shops, schools, parks, and transport links, this stunning five bedroom detached property offers a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious and unique family home that is conveniently located within a short drive from the City Centre.

Boasting a fantastic blend of character and modern living, the property's ground floor comprises of four versatile reception rooms that can be used based on your lifestyle needs, a spacious kitchen diner with a separate utility area and plenty of storage, and a downstairs cloakroom.

Upstairs, the first floor landing provide access to the light and power connected loft with loft ladder installed and leads to the main family bathroom and five large double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefitting from a built in wardrobe and a four piece bathroom ensuite comprising of a panel enclosed bath, shower, WC and hand wash basin. Bedroom two also benefits from a shower room ensuite.

This property is further enhanced by its expansive, well established and landscaped Chinese style garden that offers a tranquil outdoor retreat, ideal for al fresco dining, gardening, or simply unwinding after a long day. There are sheds to remain for additional extra storage. Another fantastic addition to the property is the outbuilding with an inground swimming pool which has the potential to be further enhanced and transformed to an entertaining area. This property also offers a double garage and a large block paved driveway with ample parking space for multiple vehicles.

With its unique charm and features and spacious accommodation, this exceptional property needs to be seen to be fully appreciated. Palmer and Partners would encourage early internal viewing in order to not miss out on the opportunity to make this stunning home yours. EPC: C . . .

Five / Six Bedroom Detached House